Events

We caught up with Wharton alum, Jean Sonia Lee for a session on building AI-powered wearables. She shared her perspective on defining zero-to-one products, navigating the competitive landscape, and the future of hands-free computing in an increasingly complex digital world. Jean Sonia Lee (WG18) leads Product Management for Wearables AI at…Read More

The highly-anticipated Baker Retailing Trek brought a dynamic, on-the-ground learning experience to students, taking them directly into the heart of two global brands: the iconic Gap headquarters in New York and L’Oréal’s cutting-edge Research & Innovation Center in Clark, New Jersey. Throughout the Trek, students engaged with leaders across retail,…Read More

Mike Simone (C'06),  Chief People Officer, Commercial, Operations and Enterprise at Wayfair Mike is the Chief People Officer, Commercial, Operations & Enterprise at Wayfair. In this role, Mike is responsible for the end-to-end people operations of the Commercial and Enterprise organizations. Prior to this role, Mike held a variety of roles…Read More

Walnut Street became the most stylish study break of the semester as we partnered with Theory to create an evening of professional development with retail insight. Penn students enjoyed an exclusive shopping experience featuring a discount of up to 30% off, exploring elevated essentials suited for both early-career dressing and…Read More

The Baker Retailing Center welcomed Melissa Gonzalez, Principal at MG2 Design and author of The Purpose Pivot, for a fireside chat with Shea Jensen, President of Urban Outfitters North America. The discussion explored leadership, well-being, and how purpose can redefine success in today’s fast-paced world. Gonzalez shared the personal experiences…Read More

“Leading in a New Era” Every October, Manhattan has its moments — but on October 16th, it felt like the retail world had slipped on its best suit and gathered for something special. At an elegant venue buzzing with energy, the Baker Retailing Center’s CEO Summit became a meeting ground…Read More

The leading lights of the retail industry gathered at an elegant Manhattan venue on October 15th to honor Terry Lundgren, former chairman and CEO of Macy’s and one of the original advisory board members of the Jay H. Baker Retailing Center. A noted industry leader and philanthropist, Lundgren received the…Read More

The Baker Retailing Center hosted Sam Kim (W85), Vice Chairman and Group CEO of Lotte Group, where he shared his insights on global business transformation, decision-making, and the future of retail in a rapidly changing world. A Wharton undergraduate alumnus with a 30-year career at Procter & Gamble, Kim played…Read More

The Baker Retailing Center welcomed Adam Kornblum, Chief Creative Officer for U.S. Brands at L’Oréal, for an inspiring conversation on creative leadership, brand-building, and taking bold swings in one’s career. Kornblum, who helped transform CeraVe into a global phenomenon, shared lessons from his unconventional path from philosophy major to a…Read More

The Inn at Penn ballroom was aglitter and aglow on Friday, September 19th as the iconic Simon G. fine jewelry company graced it with its presence. Lustrous gold, silver, diamond, and precious stone pieces sparkled under polished glass cases, and students clustered around to gaze at them, perhaps with visions…Read More